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Reviews of McMenamins Kennedy School 3 stars

5736 NE 33rd Ave, Portland, OR 97211, United States

#19 of 139 hotels in Portland

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 126 hotel reviews

8.8

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.2

  • Comfort

    9.2

  • Location

    9.2

  • Facilities

    9.0

  • Staff

    9.1

  • Value for money

    8.3

  • Free WiFi

    9.0

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  • Reviewed: 9 August 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King English no pets
    • Stayed 1 night

    Wonderfully exotic. The art and wall posters were fascinating. Like a museum of joy!

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 12 June 2025

    10
    great bed and bathroom
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    everything was fine

    all the food and drink options

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 3 June 2025

    9.0
    Back to School!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    It is an experience itself to be able to sleep in an old school. The whole building is very atmospheric with a lot of memorabilia and references to its period as a school. Loved also the concept of the smaller bars with different types of music and atmosphere. Sleeping in an old classroom is definitely a memorable stay.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 16 May 2025

    9.0
    It was a great, comfortable stay for us while we were having a major renovation on our house.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Very good location for dog walkers, appreciated having the Dogi-pot container outside not far from our room.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 30 March 2025

    10
    I love McMenamins and have enjoyed several of your facilities! The dining experience is usually really great so hopefull
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Kitchen service was slow and made mistakes in every meal. They also ran out of stuff that was on the menu and the wait staff seemed not to know the status on two separate occasions.

    So much to do without leaving the space.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 13 March 2025

    9.0
    Old school charm incorporates modern amenities
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I loved the old school charm, into modern comfort and entertainment. Such as soaking pool and movie theater. The different drinking areas were great too. Staff was exceptional

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 6 March 2025

    9.0
    A wonderful and creative weekend in a unique space.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    It was a bit chilly at times, but I imagine it's difficult to keep the space warm. Toward the end of my stay, the smoke detector was beeping, hopefully they replaced the battery.

    I had a wonderful stay at the Kennedy School. It's such a unique space, and the staff members were incredibly kind. I enjoyed meandering the hallways, which were full of quirky art and interesting lighting fixtures. Also a lot of history. Clearly care and attention to detail went into it.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 24 February 2025

    9.0
    It was a fantastic first visit. I definitely want to come again! Thank you!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King English no pets
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    One thing was that in the shower, the steam revealed markings of a past guest’s drawings on the shower door. Thankfully they were cute drawings but it was weird to see them showering.

    I loved the location. How our hotel was separated from the School. I enjoyed the little walk outside into the building. I LOVED our room! It was so beautiful. The art is so beautiful. The headboard of the bed was breathtaking. I love the style Mcmenamins has.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 11 January 2025

    9.0
    Comfortable, fun , different and a one of. Kind
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Unique, different everything you need in one place

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 23 December 2024

    9.0
    Restful, happy, interesting place to stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The whole place is very dark. The lighting is dim. Otherwise, impeccable,

    Great breakfast.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 December 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The pool is calm. There are hours for hotel guest only.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 November 2024

    10
    Perfect spot for an easy stay-cation for Portland locals
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King English no pets
    • Stayed 1 night

    Heater unit didn't work right away in the room, but no big deal bc it warmed up overnight.

    Location great, close to airport, soaking pool access very nice, loved that we could get food till 12am.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 November 2024

    9.0
    Amazing stay in quaint neighborhood of pdx
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bed a little hard

    Soaking tub, the food and drinks were great!

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 October 2024

    10
    Lovely
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King English no pets
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Wish the pool was a touch cleaner.

    Best place ever. So cute. Staff was so friendly and accommodating

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 September 2024

    10
    Fun, comfortable, and convenient.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • King English no pets
    • Stayed 1 night

    I loved the location here. Walked to Alberta each night and still had a place to hang out when I got back with the on site bar. It was pretty close to a few other neighborhoods that were very walkable as well. I didnt spend any time downtown, so I can't speak to accessibility there, but super convenient to get to the airport as well. Check in was a breeze and the decor is so so cool. I love the adapted use and the amenities are great. The gardens outside were beautiful. They were also able to hold my bags when I was checking out until I could make my way to my next destination 11/10, will definitely stay again!

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 September 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    All good

    My cousins went to school there and we lived in the area. It’s a great use of the building. I was hato see a movie in a comfortable chair.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 September 2024

    9.0
    We come back regularly!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    All as expected or better. Queen bed was firm enough.

    Friendly and accommodating staff. Love the art and historical photos everywhere. Jumping in to watch a bit if a movie. Superb soaking pool- greenery and landscaping excellent.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 August 2024

    10
    I completely enjoyed my overnight stay, especially the soaking pool, great food and pleasant staff!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Everything

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 July 2024

    9.0
    Unique property!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King English no pets
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room felt a bit small. Not well lit.

    Friendly staff, clear instructions and signage, and lovely bath products

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 July 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful place full of "keep Portland weird" Oregon charm
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    NA

    Great historical legacy with a touch of whimsy, fantastic plantings and community garden behind the lodgings.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 June 2024

    9.0
    Will be back. Very neat place.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Such a cool place. I loved seeing how the former school had been converted to a hotel. And all of the artwork!

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 June 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    A great location & beautiful stay! Kennedy School has a great history & you're able to explore it via the murals & yearbook pictures that are maintained in the halls. The Courtyard Restaurant was charming & the Boiler Room bar was funky & fun. We'll definitely stay again!

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 June 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King English no pets
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Our shower had hair along the walls from the last visitor

    Beautiful McMenamins charm

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 May 2024

    10
    I’ll be talking about this hotel for years to come and I’m excited to visit again!
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing! I can’t wait to go back and check out the rest of the property!

    I loved how they converted this school into a hotel but still kept its school charm and bones. I wish I was there for longer than one night so I could explore the other restaurants, movies in the theater and sitting in the courtyard/pool.

    Stayed in April 2024

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